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Shaikh Mohammed visits Arab Health Exhibition and Congress
Shaikh Mohammed visits Arab Health Exhibition and Congress (Wam) / 29 January 2014 Shaikh Mohammed was briefed on the latest exhibits that include medical laboratories, equipment, and operating theatres for hospitals and clinics. His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today visited the 39th Arab Health Exhibition & Congress at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, which concludes tomorrow. Also present was Shaikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. During his inspection tour of the four-day exhibition, His Highness was accompanied by Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, Minister of Health; Essa Al Maidoor, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA); Dr Maha Barakat, Director-General of the Health Authority – Abu Dhabi; and Khalifa Saeed Suleiman, Director-General of the Department of Protocol and Hospitality in Dubai. Shaikh Mohammed was briefed on the latest exhibits, which include medical laboratories and operating theatres, and therapeutic and medical equipment used in the processing of hospitals and health clinics of various kinds. He described Health Exhibition & Congress as an excellent scientific medical demonstration, considering the scientific level of both participants and visitors, saying that the exhibition was a platform to exchange views, ideas, experiences and scientific studies that contribute to the development of health care. Shaikh Mohammed welcomed exhibitors, physicians and scientists who have come from every corner of the world, stressing that the UAE will always remain an oasis of cultural harmony and human generosity. For more news from Khaleej Times, follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/khaleejtimes , and on Twitter at @khaleejtimes Continue reading
DHA breaks record in ‘medical marathon’
DHA breaks record in ‘medical marathon’ Staff Reporter / 27 January 2014 More than 690 medical professionals took part in the Dubai Marathon 2014 breaking the earlier Guinness World Record of 2012 when 619 medical professionals took part in a marathon in Singapore. The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) broke the existing Guinness World Record for the largest number of medical professionals to take part in a marathon on Friday. More than 690 medical professionals took part in the Dubai Marathon 2014 breaking the earlier Guinness World Record of 2012 when 619 medical professionals took part in a marathon in Singapore. A representative from the Guiness World Record was present during the marathon. Essa Al Maidoor, Director-General of the DHA, who led his team in the marathon record bid said: “Leading an active life is essential to protect oneself from the onset of several chronic diseases, most of which are triggered by unhealthy and inactive lifestyles. Healthcare professionals often have hectic routines and therefore we wanted to use this opportunity to remind them to take time out for themselves and participate in the marathon. We are hopeful that they will continue exercising regularly, even after the marathon is over.” Al Maidoor who is an avid sports enthusiast said it is unfortunate that people do not find 30 minutes in a day for themselves so that they can take part in any sport or exercise. More than 1,255 employees from the DHA ran on Friday for the Dubai Marathon 2014, this includes administrative staff from the authority as well. “This is the largest participation from a government organisation in a sporting event in the Middle East and North Africa region,” said Dr Moin Fikree, medical director of the Trauma Centre, Rashid Hospital. Fikree said that there are several parks, jogging tracks and beaches in Dubai where people can take part in outdoor activities during the winter months. “As healthcare professionals, it is upsetting to see young people being brought into the hospital for heart attacks and other chronic diseases often caused by obesity, lack of exercise and tobacco consumption.” Dr G Y Naroo, specialist in emergency medicine at Rashid Hospital’s Trauma Centre, who took part in the 42km run along with his eight colleagues said: “Heart attacks take place 10 years earlier in this region compared to many western countries, strokes take place at least 20 years earlier in the UAE as compared to many other countries. These statistics are alarming. There is a direct link between expanding waist lines and these illnesses, therefore, it is time to educate our youth to lead active lifestyles and as the health authority for the emirate of Dubai, we felt, it was important for us to spread this message through our participation in such an important sporting event.” asmaalizain@khaleejtimes.com For more news from Khaleej Times, follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/khaleejtimes , and on Twitter at @khaleejtimes Continue reading
Shaikh Khalifa stable after surgery
Shaikh Khalifa stable after surgery Staff Reporter / 26 January 2014 Ministers, residents, GCC nationals wish him speedy recovery. Social networking sites saw a number of hashtags supporting and praying for the wellbeing and health of Shaikh Khalifa. The Ministry of Presidential Affairs said on Saturday that the President, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is stable after he underwent an operation. “The President, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, suffered a stroke on Friday morning. He immediately underwent a surgical operation. His health is now stable. May God safeguard him and grant him a quick recovery,” a ministry statement said. Social networking sites, especially Twitter, on Saturday saw a number of hashtags supporting and praying for the wellbeing and health of President Shaikh Khalifa. The hashtags and tweets asked for people’s supplication for the President after he underwent the emergency operation. Some of the hashtags tackled the most trending topics and issues being spoken about at present. Photos of the President were also carried on Instagram pages. UAE Foreign Minister Shaikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan posted a tweet saying: “May God Allah preserve my lord — the President — from all harm and evil, and bestow the wellbeing and good health on him.” Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr Anwar Gargash tweeted: “May Allah protect Bu Sultan — referring to the President — from all harm and ill, and dress him a gown of wellbeing and good health.” GCC and Arab citizens also shared their Twitter comments following the #SheikhKhalifa hashtags. They showed affection and love by writing and giving heartfelt posts and sharing some poetic verses. Twitter posts were also sent from some GCC countries thanking Allah for keeping the President safe and sound. Emirati citizen Majid Al Rae’si wrote about the cohesion of the late Shaikh Zayed’s sons and highlighted their prayers to Allah asking him to preserve their father Khalifa is the rarest and greatest medicine. FNC member Dr Mona Al Bahar tweeted: “Hope Allah the Almighty bestows complete wellbeing and good health on Bu Sultan and protects you from all evil and harm.” Mohammed bin Zayed receives calls from Saudi, Kuwaiti officials General Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received telephone calls from a number of top Saudi and Kuwaiti officials, inquiring about the health condition of the President, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, after the President underwent a surgical operation on Friday. Shaikh Mohammed got over the telephone best wishes for speedy recovery and good health for Shaikh Khalifa from Prince Muqrin bin Abdul Aziz, Second Deputy Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia; Prince Fahad bin Sultan bin Abdul Aziz, Governor of Makkah; and Shaikh Mohammed Al Khaled Al Sabah, Kuwaiti Interior Minister. (With input from Wam) news@khaleejtimes.com For more news from Khaleej Times, follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/khaleejtimes , and on Twitter at @khaleejtimes Continue reading
